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David J Peake

Malvern,VIC

Summary

Results-driven management consultant and organisational psychologist with extensive experience across multiple industries, including manufacturing, mining, government, banking, and telecommunications. Skilled in strategic planning, cultural change, and leadership development with a proven track record of driving significant improvements in productivity, revenue, and organisational efficiency. Adept at partnering with CEOs and senior teams to implement strategies that yield measurable business performance enhancements.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CEO and Founder

Investor DNA Pty Ltd
01.2020 - Current
  • Spearheaded the implementation of industry-wide changes in the financial advice sector, aligning practices with the recommendations from the Hayne Royal Commission.
  • Delivered keynote presentations for the Association of Financial Advisers on leading organizational change, leveraging cultural imprint research to engage audiences of up to 800 financial professionals.
  • Designed and developed Investor DNA, a cutting-edge online EQ mentoring and client profiling system for wealth professionals, grounded in neuroscience and psychology.
  • Utilised Investor DNA to enhance client retention and support the transition of wealth management to high-net-worth (HNW) female and NextGen investors.
  • Conducted webinars for various wealth dealer groups on behavioural finance, exploring the intersection of psychology and wealth creation to educate and empower financial professionals.

CEO and Principal

I-Adapt Business Consulting
09.2012 - Current


  • Spearheaded business audits, identifying critical gaps and driving initiatives that resulted in a 30% revenue growth for clients.
  • Developed and implemented strategic plans that led to 25% productivity improvements across various industries.
  • Designed and facilitated leadership development programs for CEOs and senior teams, resulting in enhanced staff morale and retention.
  • Realigned internal processes and structures to support vision and strategy, achieving 20% efficiency gains.
  • Conducted team-building sessions, addressing trust and communication issues to foster improved collaboration.

Change Manager - Oracle Systems Implementation

Visionstream - Leighton Contractors
09.2012 - 06.2013
  • Led the change management process for Oracle system implementation, improving productivity by over 30%.
  • Engaged key stakeholders to promote the change, leveraging change champions and direct communication strategies.
  • Anticipated resistance and developed targeted strategies to gain support, increasing staff buy-in and engagement.

Principal Consultant

Quantum Edge Pty Ltd
  • Conducted detailed process evaluations and implemented improvement strategies, resulting in significant operational efficiency gains of 25%.
  • Facilitated cross-functional team workshops to improve collaboration and execution of key projects, collapsing delivery timeframes by 40%.
  • Developed and delivered leadership coaching sessions that boosted team performance, resulting in 25% increase in revenues.

Human Resources Manager and HRD Manager

Hewlett-Packard Australia Pty Ltd
  • Led a team focused on recruiting and developing sales capabibility based on competency analysis to boost sales by 30%
  • Led a team in implementing a new HR business model, streamlining operations resulting in $560,000 in annual savings through targeted training and ROI improvements.
  • Managed all aspects of HR, including recruitment, training, industrial relations, and compensation, while facilitating senior leadership programs.

Education

Graduate Diploma in Applied Psychology - Psychology

Monash University
Melbourne

Bachelor of Behavioural Sciences - Psychology

La Trobe University
Bundoora

Certificate in Entrepreneurship - Business Analysis

Babson College
Massachusetts, USA

Strategic Human Resources Management Program - Human Resources

Stanford University
Palo Alto, California USA

Skills

  • Leadership Development & Executive Coaching: Specialised in leadership programs that increase staff engagement and productivity
  • Strategic Planning & Business Audits: Expertise in aligning business strategy with operational improvements for increased revenue and efficiency
  • Change Management & Cultural Transformation: Proven success in managing large-scale organisational change, driving engagement, and reducing resistance
  • Team Facilitation & Trust Building: Experienced in facilitating high-impact workshops for CEOs, senior teams and boards
  • Data Analysis & Performance Metrics: Skilled in setting KPIs and leveraging data analysis to boost productivity by 25-30%

Affiliations

  • Member of the Australian Psychological Society (MAPS)

Accomplishments

  • Donate Life: Facilitated a multi-stakeholder conference, increasing organ donations by 11% in Victoria.
  • Akzo Nobel Australia: Implemented a new business model, doubling revenue and increasing client base from 50 to 130.
  • Toyo Ink: Led a strategic shift from ‘ink’ to ‘colour’, boosting turnover from $16M to $64M within 18 months.
  • Credit Suisse Investment Bank: Facilitated leadership retreat, leading to a shift in market position from #7 to #3.
  • Deutsche Investment Bank: Delivered change management strategies that doubled sales over 18 months.


Certification

Myers Briggs Type Indicator

Herrmann Brain Dominance Instrument

Team Management Index

360 Leaderskill Program - Feedback

Australian Leadership - Cultural Archetypes

Timeline

CEO and Founder

Investor DNA Pty Ltd
01.2020 - Current

CEO and Principal

I-Adapt Business Consulting
09.2012 - Current

Change Manager - Oracle Systems Implementation

Visionstream - Leighton Contractors
09.2012 - 06.2013

Principal Consultant

Quantum Edge Pty Ltd

Human Resources Manager and HRD Manager

Hewlett-Packard Australia Pty Ltd

Graduate Diploma in Applied Psychology - Psychology

Monash University

Bachelor of Behavioural Sciences - Psychology

La Trobe University

Certificate in Entrepreneurship - Business Analysis

Babson College

Strategic Human Resources Management Program - Human Resources

Stanford University

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